GRE Word List
ROUSING
giving rise to excitement : stirring
The meaning of the word rousing is giving rise to excitement : stirring.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| grudging | unwilling |
| pedestal | the support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration |
| scoff | an expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe |
| whiff | a quick puff or slight gust especially of air, odor, gas, smoke, or spray |
| incubus | an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep |
| catalyst | a substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible |
| wrangle | to dispute angrily or peevishly : bicker |
| concede | to acknowledge grudgingly or hesitantly |
| putrefy | to make putrid |
| mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |